Review of The Decision
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Review of The Decision
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Decision" by Michael D. Komeshak.]
RIVITING is the most accurate word to describe The Decision by Michael D Komeshak.
Imagine having the fate of Earth's survival in your hands. This is the dilemma facing thirteen ordinary human beings, human beings selected randomly by aliens who has graced planet Earth with their presence. Now this is not your typical invade, destroy and conquer outer space beings, but concerned entities that, with their advanced technology and experience, realize that Earth is on a self-destructive course. Within a certain space of time, existence on Earth as we know it, will cease to be. In walk the selected thirteen, reluctant participants, if I may add. Whisked away to a secure and isolated location, these selected few get to meet the outer space benefactors and promptly given a task to complete, resulting in a major decision to be made, all within a very limited time frame. The result of which will be carried out by the aliens. Whatever they decide, the aliens will made it happen. Will these chosen ones reach a consensus? From all walks of life, different cultures, genders, religions and races, these few must overcome their differences and make an almost impossible decision, with far reaching implications and consequences. As each one struggles with his or her conscience and moral beliefs, the question also arises about who these entities really are and what their purpose for being here signifies. How much would each person be willing to compromise on their beliefs and moral standards for the good of mankind? What would the psychological effect be on them?
I found the story line absolutely captivating in its entirety. As soon as the main character, along with his girlfriend and two dogs, were relocated into isolation, the internal conflict starts with the first order given to them. The discussions among the group's various personalities and opinions was described logically and convincingly. As each person described their point of view, the reader absolutely identified with that outlook, until the next person, at which point the reader is made to understand that particular viewpoint as well. The internal and emotional struggles of each person going backwards and forwards are related by the author in a neutral and unbiased way.
I found that the introduction of the main character and his girlfriend, leading up the actual start of the debates and decision-making, maybe a tad to long, but it still did not deduct anything from the flow of the story.
Since the differences of the characters are based on their religious, gender, race and cultural backgrounds, this is the main focus of this book. In-depth discussions and viewpoints may be upsetting to sensitive readers. Open-minded readers will find this book thrilling, whatever their personal points of view relating to the debates taking place. Strong language, sexism, racial slurs and religious defamation are featured throughout the book and should be read as part of the theme or topic of the book. Should the reader finds these topics offensive, please give this a miss.
From chapter one, I came to the conclusion that this book was extremely well written, researched and professionally edited. Due to the sensitivity of the contents, some readers may differ from me, but I give this book a solid 4 out of 4 stars. Philosophy at its best!
It's not every day that I come across an author that can take sensitive topics and depict it in a way that is both fascinating and horrifying at the same time. I now look forward to finding other works by this author.
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The Decision
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RIVITING is the most accurate word to describe The Decision by Michael D Komeshak.
Imagine having the fate of Earth's survival in your hands. This is the dilemma facing thirteen ordinary human beings, human beings selected randomly by aliens who has graced planet Earth with their presence. Now this is not your typical invade, destroy and conquer outer space beings, but concerned entities that, with their advanced technology and experience, realize that Earth is on a self-destructive course. Within a certain space of time, existence on Earth as we know it, will cease to be. In walk the selected thirteen, reluctant participants, if I may add. Whisked away to a secure and isolated location, these selected few get to meet the outer space benefactors and promptly given a task to complete, resulting in a major decision to be made, all within a very limited time frame. The result of which will be carried out by the aliens. Whatever they decide, the aliens will made it happen. Will these chosen ones reach a consensus? From all walks of life, different cultures, genders, religions and races, these few must overcome their differences and make an almost impossible decision, with far reaching implications and consequences. As each one struggles with his or her conscience and moral beliefs, the question also arises about who these entities really are and what their purpose for being here signifies. How much would each person be willing to compromise on their beliefs and moral standards for the good of mankind? What would the psychological effect be on them?
I found the story line absolutely captivating in its entirety. As soon as the main character, along with his girlfriend and two dogs, were relocated into isolation, the internal conflict starts with the first order given to them. The discussions among the group's various personalities and opinions was described logically and convincingly. As each person described their point of view, the reader absolutely identified with that outlook, until the next person, at which point the reader is made to understand that particular viewpoint as well. The internal and emotional struggles of each person going backwards and forwards are related by the author in a neutral and unbiased way.
I found that the introduction of the main character and his girlfriend, leading up the actual start of the debates and decision-making, maybe a tad to long, but it still did not deduct anything from the flow of the story.
Since the differences of the characters are based on their religious, gender, race and cultural backgrounds, this is the main focus of this book. In-depth discussions and viewpoints may be upsetting to sensitive readers. Open-minded readers will find this book thrilling, whatever their personal points of view relating to the debates taking place. Strong language, sexism, racial slurs and religious defamation are featured throughout the book and should be read as part of the theme or topic of the book. Should the reader finds these topics offensive, please give this a miss.
From chapter one, I came to the conclusion that this book was extremely well written, researched and professionally edited. Due to the sensitivity of the contents, some readers may differ from me, but I give this book a solid 4 out of 4 stars. Philosophy at its best!
It's not every day that I come across an author that can take sensitive topics and depict it in a way that is both fascinating and horrifying at the same time. I now look forward to finding other works by this author.
******
The Decision
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